1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, 1996 Opel Astra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Astra weights approximately 794 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Opel Astra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Berkeley Foursome | 1996 Opel Astra | |
Make | Berkeley | Opel |
Model | Foursome | Astra |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2620 mm |